Beale Street Mama
1946, English. Directed by Spencer Williams.
Wives, lock up your husbands! Husbands, run for your lives!
A Memphis street sweeper comes upon a large parcel of money, which he uses to embark on a spending spree in hopes of getting back at an old girlfriend who dumped him for another. However, complications arise when it's discovered the money is counterfeit.
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Spencer WilliamsDirector
- July JonesJuly Jones
- Spencer WilliamsBad News Johnson
- Rosalie LarrimoreMathilda Mae Grimes
- Howard GallowayPretty Boy Brown
- J.W. HemmingsChief of Police
- Montgne McCormyHazel Smith
- Mary Louise StevensRosie Scott
- George T. SuttonDetective
- Allen and AllenEntertainers
- Joyce McElrathEntertainer
- Don AlbertHimself, Band Leader
Details
- Released
- 1 January 1946
- Country
- United States of America
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Beale Street Mama: quick answers
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How long is Beale Street Mama?
Beale Street Mama runs 60 minutes (1h 0m).
Does Beale Street Mama have a post-credits scene?
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Beale Street Mama parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Beale Street Mama is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Beale Street Mama on?
Beale Street Mama isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1946. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Beale Street Mama?
If you liked Beale Street Mama, try Fun with Dick and Jane, American Dreamer, The Errand Boy.
Who directed Beale Street Mama?
Beale Street Mama (1946) was directed by Spencer Williams and stars July Jones, Spencer Williams, Rosalie Larrimore.